Edwin

Edwin is a English boy's name. An Old English name meaning "rich friend". Its vintage appeal and gentle sound have a dignified yet approachable quality.

How popular is Edwin in the United States?

In 2024, 850 boys in the United States were named Edwin, making it the 382nd most popular boy's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 299th ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 1922, with 3,849 births.

Records for Edwin go back to 1880, and 247,935 babies have been given the name since.

What Edwin means and where it comes from

An Old English name meaning "rich friend". Its vintage appeal and gentle sound have a dignified yet approachable quality.

Edwin is of English origin, described as vintage in style.

Is Edwin a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for boys — 850 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

Sibling name ideas for Edwin

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Edwin mean?

An Old English name meaning "rich friend". Its vintage appeal and gentle sound have a dignified yet approachable quality.

Where does the name Edwin come from?

Edwin is of English origin, and is usually described as vintage in style.

How popular is Edwin in the United States?

In 2024, 850 boys in the United States were named Edwin, making it the 382nd most popular boy's name that year.

Is Edwin a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for boys — 850 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

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